This Golden Retriever Thinks She’s a Cat—Maple’s Viral TikTok Will Make You Laugh Out Loud
Some people are dog people, some are cat people—but what if you could have the best of both worlds? You probably didn’t think it was possible but there exists a dog with cat-like tendencies. A Golden Retriever called Maple has turned into a viral sensation on TikTok for essentially being a cat-dog. (watch the TikTok below)
In a recently uploaded TikTok video from @thegoldenbreakfastclub, viewers see the 4-year-old Golden hilariously doing things that you would normally associate with a cat instead of a dog. Apparently, Maple was raised by Waffles, an 8-year-old polydactyl cat, which made her pick up many of her feline sibling’s habits and preferences.

Golden Retriever Enjoys Cat Toys More Than Dog Toys
Residing in Kansas City, Missouri, Maple’s parents have documented several instances of their dog behaving like a cat. For instance, she likes perching on the highest point of the couch, even though her large body isn’t particularly comfortable there.

Additionally, Maple loves to use her paws in playful “fights” with Waffles, leading to adorable paw matches between the two. And if you would pass by their house, you would probably find the canine companion sitting on the windowsill, just like a kitty cat.
It doesn’t end there. Maple would rather play with cat toys than dog toys. She also prefers to sit inside boxes even if she can’t fit in. Moreover, rather than splooting on the floor, this dog’s favorite spot is to sit on the dining room chairs.
@thegoldenbreakfastclub Everything Maple knows, she learned from a grumpy cat ♥️ #fyp #foryou #cats #dogs #catdog #maple #goldenretriever #orangecat #catsanddogs #siblings #waffles #pets #cattok ♬ FEEL THE GROOVE – Queens Road, Fabian Graetz
Millions Are Going Gaga Over Maple
With more than 2.3 million views and over 324 thousand likes, it’s a no-brainer that netizens are really enjoying Maple’s feline antics. In addition, hundreds of them have left comments, showing their love for the Goldie.

A user, Katey M, amusingly wrote, “Why is your golden cat so big? 🤨🤨” Meanwhile, Erika left a comment saying, “I would literally start crying if I saw Maple at the window like that. It would make my day 😭❤️”
Another user, Bethany Durden, conveys her reaction to the video saying, “The box did it for me! She just wants to be like waffles! 🥰 Love this!”

Maple’s quirky, cat-like behavior has captured the hearts of viewers worldwide, reminding us of the delightful surprises our pets bring into our lives. Many pet parents who love both cats and dogs hope for their pets to get along, but Maple takes it a step further—by embracing the personality of a cat herself.